Las Vegas is baking again, and Clark County is trying to make sure the heat wave is an inconvenience, not a crisis. On Monday, July 20, county officials activated a network of daytime cooling stations across the valley and plan to keep staffed, air conditioned spaces open through Friday, July 24 so people have somewhere safe to ride out the worst of it. The sites include community recreation centers, library branches and homeless service hubs, and several locations allow pets in carriers or on a leash. Residents are being urged to drink plenty of water, skip heavy outdoor exertion during peak afternoon hours and check on neighbors who may not have reliable cooling.
County announcement and the full list
According to Clark County, the daytime activation from July 20 to 24 is meant to give people a nearby, cool indoor refuge during the latest heat spell. The same notice was shared on Clark County's X account, which links to the full roster of cooling sites and their posted hours.
Where to cool off
The county network stretches across the valley and taps existing community spaces, including recreation centers, library branches and resource hubs. Recent rosters have highlighted the Courtyard Homeless Resource Center, which operates 24/7, along with The Salvation Army’s North Las Vegas location, Cambridge Recreation Center and Whitney Recreation Center, as listed by FOX5. Hours vary by location, so officials suggest checking the posted list or calling ahead before heading out.
Heat risk and local context
Forecasts calling for yet another stretch of triple digit highs helped trigger the latest activation, and local weather alerts have been hammering home the risk from those dangerous daytime temperatures. KTNV has been tracking the spike in daytime highs, while the Southern Nevada Health District notes that heat remains a leading public health threat and reported 284 heat associated deaths in 2025 and 513 in 2024. summer stretch of extreme temperatures coverage has underscored just how relentless this season has been.
What to expect at cooling stations
Most staffed cooling sites provide seating, bottled water, restrooms and, of course, a blast of air conditioning during daytime hours. A handful of community locations also offer extended service or round the clock respite. The county’s published roster spells out site specific hours and pet policies, and transit agencies keep maps and route details handy so riders can find their way to the nearest cool spot. The Clark County cooling stations list (PDF) and the RTC offer schedules and transit tips.
“Heat related illness is a preventable public health issue,” Dr. Cassius Lockett, district health officer, said in guidance from the Southern Nevada Health District, urging people to keep water handy, stay out of the hottest part of the day when possible and never leave children or pets alone in vehicles. For the most up to date list of cooling locations and hours, residents can check the county announcement or dial 2-1-1 for help finding the closest site.
